Modern striker-fired pistols have refined the combat handgun. They tend to be very reliable and easy-shooting pistols that are every bit as durable as traditional hammer-fired pistols. From the cops patrolling the toughest part of the city to the citizen carrying concealed for self-defense, these guns have become the standard by which others are judged.

Striker-fired pistols can be had in a variety of forms, all designed for different purposes. Some are thin and light for concealed carry, while others are full-sized pistols intended for law enforcement and military applications. Fortunately, there is a gun for virtually every need. The following handguns are some of the top striker-fired pistols on the market today.

FN FNS-9

FN FNS-9

Developed by FN as a service pistol for law enforcement, the polymer-framed FNS-9 features a double-action trigger and options for manual and non-manual safeties. Standard magazines hold 17 rounds of 9mm ammunition, and night sights are available as an option.

Considered by some to be the perfect size for both concealed carry and combat duties, the G19 pistol is a 9mm handgun that carries 15+1 rounds in its standard configuration. The Gen4 update comes with interchangeable backstraps, improved grip texturing, a dual recoil spring assembly to help mitigate recoil and an enlarged, reversible magazine release.

Perhaps carried by more law enforcement officers than any other single handgun, the G22 Gen4 is a full-sized pistol chambered in .40 S&W. These 25.59-ounce guns hold 15 rounds in a standard magazine and can swap backstraps to help fit shooters of various hand sizes.

The newest gun on this list, the VP9 is the latest striker-fired pistol from Heckler & Koch. With more than 40 years of technological development since the introduction of HK’s first striker-fired pistol, the VP9 is everything a modern combat pistol should be. A duty-sized 9mm gun, it features interchangeable grip side panels and backstraps, a very smooth trigger and a 15+1 capacity.

The SR9 pistol from Sturm, Ruger & Company has earned a reputation for being an easy-shooting and reliable design. Made in the U.S.A., the 9mm pistol holds 17 rounds in the magazine. Its MSRP is $529 with a black nitride or brushed stainless finish.

Sig Sauer is currently offering two models of the striker-fired P320—the Full Size and Carry—and users can change their calibers and switch between the grip frames for a better hand fit. Out of the box, the P320 Full Size offers a 17-round capacity in 9mm and 14-round capacities in .357 SIG and .40 S&W, with .45 ACP on the way. This model has a 4.7-inch barrel and SIGLITE night sights.

M&P stands for Military & Police, and Smith & Wesson has been satisfying these markets for decades. Both the full-size and compact M&P striker-fired handguns use a polymer frame with a stainless steel chassis for durability. Smith & Wesson offers its M&P semi-autos in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG and .45 ACP. Models are available with and without thumb safeties. The standard M&P40 has a 15+1 capacity.

Thin and compact, the M&P Shield from Smith & Wesson offers duty-caliber performance in a lightweight package. Shield pistols are available in both 9mm and .40 S&W, and they can be had with or without a thumb safety.

A full-size fighting handgun, the Springfield Armory XDM 4.5 is perfect for law enforcement and home protection. It has adjustable backstraps and a match-grade, 4.5-inch barrel. These polymer-framed pistols are available in 9mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP.

Very compact, the XD-S pistols have found favor with both police officers needing a backup gun and armed citizens looking for the ultimate CCW handgun. Springfield Armory makes the striker-fired XD-S 3.3 in both 9mm and .45 ACP. The company also offers models with 4-inch barrels.

The M2 is an updated version of the very popular Walther PPQ line of striker-fired handguns. Available in 9mm and .40 S&W, the M2 added a reversible, button-style magazine release. Walther pistols are highly regarded for their light, smooth trigger pulls.

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